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gaming2 years ago

"Original Saints Cut from Saints Row Reboot, Fans Disappointed"

The failed reboot of the Saints Row franchise, which aimed to recapture the magic of earlier installments, suffered from gameplay and technical issues and alienated the core fanbase by introducing new characters and abandoning beloved icons. The decision to move away from established characters and focus on new protagonists, along with a lack of creativity and technical problems, led to the disappointment of the reboot. The misguided attempt to appeal to a wider audience ultimately resulted in the closure of Volition, the studio behind the game. With Saints Row officially dead, fans are now eagerly awaiting the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI.

via Xfire|
#deep-silver#gaming#grand-theft-auto-vi
gaming2 years ago

PS Plus Revives Failed Saints Row Reboot and Offers Bonus Free Game

The rebooted game Saints Row (2022), which initially received negative reviews and missed sales goals, experienced a surge in popularity and became the fourth most-played game on PlayStation in September. This revival was attributed to its inclusion in the PS Plus free monthly games lineup. While it remains unclear how many players completed the game, this example highlights how subscription services like PS Plus can breathe new life into older or less successful games by tapping into a subscriber base hungry for AAA titles.

via Kotaku|
#game-revival#gaming#playstation
gaming2 years ago

Volition, Saints Row Developer, Shut Down by Embracer Group

Volition Games, the historic studio behind classics like Descent and Red Faction, has announced its closure by parent company Embracer Group. The studio, known for developing the Saints Row series, was shut down as part of Embracer's restructuring program. Volition expressed gratitude to its customers and fans and stated that it is working to provide job assistance to its team members. Embracer Group has been acquiring various studios in recent years, including Crystal Dynamics and Gearbox, and had previously announced plans to close studios and cancel games due to a failed $2 billion deal. Mimimi Games also recently announced its gradual shutdown.

via IGN|
#embracer-group#gaming#saints-row
gaming2 years ago

"September 2023 Unveils Must-Have PlayStation Plus Free Games"

Sony has officially confirmed the PlayStation Plus lineup of free games for September, which includes Saints Row, Black Desert: Traveler Edition, and Generation Zero. The price of PlayStation Plus subscriptions will also increase starting September 6. Saints Row is a reboot of the franchise with an open-world environment and received mixed reviews upon release. Generation Zero is set in a dangerous version of 1980s Sweden, and Black Desert is a fantasy MMORPG. August's PS Plus games, including PGA Tour 2K23, Dreams, and Death's Door, are still available until September 4.

via GameSpot|
#black-desert#free-games#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Controversial GTA 5 rival, Saints Row, gets discounted on Steam with bug fixes and updates"

The controversial Saints Row reboot, previously exclusive to the Epic Games Store, has finally arrived on Steam with a 67% discount until August 31. Despite its bugs and dated design, the action-packed open-world game offers an intriguing deal for less than $20. However, the lukewarm reception at launch raises doubts about the future of the series. The game's Steam launch may attract a fresh audience, but it remains uncertain if another mainline Saints Row game will be released soon.

via PCGamesN|
#epic-games-store#gaming#gta-5
gaming2 years ago

"Saints Row Reboot's Final Expansion Drops Next Week, Steam Release Imminent"

The third and potentially final expansion for the Saints Row reboot, titled "A Song Of Ice And Dust," is set to release on August 8. The expansion will introduce new missions, cosmetics, weapons, and vehicles, and follows the story of rivals Bossonius and Gwendolyn Firebird defending The DustFaire from a new enemy. This expansion marks the end of the DLC outlined in Saints Row's post-launch roadmap and may bring closure to the reboot, which received mixed reviews upon its release. Parent company Embracer's merger with Gearbox and subsequent studio closures have raised questions about the future of the franchise.

via IGN|
#a-song-of-ice-and-dust#expansion#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Saints Row's Murder Circus DLC and Boot Hill Update Now Live"

Publisher Deep Silver and developer Volition have released the "Doc Ketchum's Murder Circus" DLC for the game Saints Row, along with the free "Boot Hill" content update. The DLC introduces a new standalone solo mode with a horde-style gameplay loop, featuring four new playable characters. The Boot Hill update includes a visual revamp of the district, a Cheats App Mode, new cosmetics and items, and quality-of-life improvements. The third and final expansion, "A Song of Dust and Ice," is set to launch in August. Saints Row is available on multiple platforms.

via Gematsu|
#boot-hill#dlc#doc-ketchums-murder-circus
gaming2 years ago

"Saints Row drops new DLC 'The Heist & The Hazardous' with free update"

The first of three planned downloadable content expansions for Saints Row, "The Heist & The Hazardous," is now available for purchase as standalone or as part of the Saints Row Expansion Pass. The free "Sunshine Springs" update adds a new playable district inspired by Palm Springs, improved combat feel, gameplay flow, and balancing, selfie mode, 12 new emotes, and more. The second expansion, "Doc Ketchum's Murder Circus," is due out in July, with the third and final expansion due out in August.

via Gematsu|
#dlc#expansion-pass#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Saints Row Receives Massive Combat Overhaul and Map Expansion in Latest Update"

Saints Row's Sunshine Springs update, set to release on May 9th, includes a new district, combat overhaul, and quality-of-life improvements. The new district is a sprawling resort area and the first map expansion for the game. Combat changes include reducing combatant health, improving aim and engagement, and increasing the pace of combat. Other changes include enemies no longer waiting to attack one at a time, revisions to animations and sound, and removing damage immunity from enemies when they dodge.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#combat-overhaul#game-development#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Saints Row: Major Overhaul and Expansions Incoming"

The first DLC expansion for the open-world adventure game Saints Row, titled The Heist and The Hazardous, will be released on May 9, nine months after the game's initial release. The expansion will feature new in-game events, story missions, and a wardrobe full of new clothing, weapons, and other related chicanery. The Heist and The Hazardous is the first of three paid DLC expansions planned for the title in 2023.

via Destructoid|
#dlc#gaming#open-world-adventure